Nisa boss: Independent retailers face most ‘challenging’ six months in 30 years

20th January 2023

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The managing director of Nisa, Peter Batt, has warned that independent retailers will face the toughest six months in 30 years.

In a video interview with property agent Christie & Co, the symbol group retailer boss warned a “choppy six months ahead” for the industry.

“It’s all cyclical; I do believe that in 2024 we will be in a much better position, but that doesn’t help people in 2023,” Batt said.

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20th January 2023

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The managing director of Nisa, Peter Batt, has warned that independent retailers will face the toughest six months in 30 years.

In a video interview with property agent Christie & Co, the symbol group retailer boss warned a “choppy six months ahead” for the industry.

“It’s all cyclical; I do believe that in 2024 we will be in a much better position, but that doesn’t help people in 2023,” Batt said.

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